New Monument Unveiled In Westchester Honoring Fallen Police Officer Mistakenly Shot By Fellow Cops
The monument to Mount Vernon Det. Christopher Ridley now stands in the Court Street Plaza in White Plains, where he was shot in 2008.
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The monument to Mount Vernon Det. Christopher Ridley now stands in the Court Street Plaza in White Plains, where he was shot in 2008.
The families of 26,000 New York students face a big decision as the school year approaches: Will they get vaccinated for measles and other diseases now that the state has eliminated religious exemptions?
With the start of school comes the start of emergency drills, where students learn to hide from possible shooters. These lock-down drills can be scary to some kids.
A stately stone mansion overlooks acres of a lush green landscape, the Hudson River and a majestic bridge in the distance. And it's all less than 15 miles from Manhattan.
Officials say the victim had been walking to work at the time of the accident.
The college first announced its closure in February.
You've probably seen the eyesores and vacancies in your own neighborhoods. For years, small suburban villages have struggled to fill empty storefronts in the age of online shopping.
Police say a prominent doctor had an arsenal of illegal assault weapons and firearms accessories in his possession.
Police sources tell CBS2 that the Bronx cop was allegedly found with at least 60 images of child porn on his digital devices and shared through his emails.
CBS2's Tony Aiello recently got an exclusive look at the painstaking work to restore a home that hosted George Washington during the Revolutionary War.
Water samples were collected from 200 beaches on Long Island, Westchester and Connecticut.
Prosecutors say the 27-year-old burglarized six homes in Westchester from the fall of 2017, to the spring of 2018.
An invasive species is choking the life out of one of the biggest lakes in Yonkers.
The cloud of anxiety that hovered over the opening of Playland Park this season seems to have lifted. Attendance at New York's only government-owned amusement park is soaring.
There are 62 counties in New York state -- 61 of them have just one Family Court. But Westchester residents pay for three, and the county is about to spend $50 million over 30 years to keep it that way.
A hundred years ago it was "the place" to spend a weekend in Westchester.
Nelson Gustavo Caceres was convicted of attempted rape and sentenced in absentia to five to 15 years in prison.
In high-taxed Westchester County, they raised the sales tax, and patted themselves on the back for doing it. Elected officials say the hike is the best way to stabilize finances.
The officer, who was still in the vehicle at the time, was not injured.
Police are searching for a woman they say robbed two banks just minutes apart Thursday in Yonkers.
The new thrill is part roller coaster and part spinning ride that travels around 25 MPH.
Flames broke out around 8:40 p.m. at a home on Warburton Avenue and quickly spread to a neighboring house.
Authorities said the officer pulled over a Honda Accord for speeding around 11:30 a.m. in New Rochelle. The officer was leaning on the car when the driver allegedly sped off.
Victor Gomez, a 35-year-old immigrant from Guatemala, admitted he used a fire extinguisher to beat her to death in her laundry room in 2015.
A suspect was killed and two officers were hurt in a wild shootout at a Westchester County motel.
Carson Benge hit a tie-breaking RBI double in the seventh inning Wednesday, lifting the Mets to a 3-2 victory over the Braves.
According to court documents, a search of the suspect's devices yielded more than 44,000 images and videos of child porn.
Santiago's Beer Garden in East Harlem is bouncing back thanks to support from the community after a devastating fire in November.
One person is dead in an e-bike collision in Lower Manhattan. It happened at around 9 a.m. Wednesday at Centre Street and Chambers Street.
A utility pole came toppling down and dragged power lines down with it, sparking a fire that spread to several cars on Wednesday morning.
Santiago's Beer Garden in East Harlem is bouncing back thanks to support from the community after a devastating fire in November.
One person is dead in an e-bike collision in Lower Manhattan. It happened at around 9 a.m. Wednesday at Centre Street and Chambers Street.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
While New York City got the brunt of the bad weather Tuesday night, 51 schools will remain open as safe locations while dangerous conditions persist.
Jacob Freytes, 12, went to a bodega to buy a ball when a fight broke out, and he was killed by a stray bullet in the Mount Eden section of the Bronx.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
A utility pole came toppling down and dragged power lines down with it, sparking a fire that spread to several cars on Wednesday morning.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
Severe storms in New Jersey brought lightning and heavy rain, with several towns experiencing flash flooding Tuesday.
Radar estimated rainfall totals in portions of Morris County were up to 6.4 inches at around 11 p.m. In Essex County, the same estimate found 4.7 inches of rain.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Letters have been sent to thousands of New York City homeowners, stating they may have to pay the new controversial pied-à-terre tax. But some residents say they shouldn't be on that list.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Carson Benge hit a tie-breaking RBI double in the seventh inning Wednesday, lifting the Mets to a 3-2 victory over the Braves.
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between playoff contenders.
Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Braves on Monday night.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A flood watch is in effect for parts of New York and Connecticut, but the worst of the rainy weather is over. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
Four women said Leto sexually assaulted or acted inappropriately when they were teenagers. Leto has said the claims are not true.
It happened at around 9 a.m. Wednesday at Centre Street and Chambers Street. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The MTA's new preliminary budget calls for a 4% fare and toll increase starting in March, with another 4% increase planned for 2029. The budget will be voted in the fall.
Fauci said the release of his diary entries was an attempt to embarrass and intimidate him. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
